Cowboy Sam and Big Bill
Author:
Edna Walker Chandler
Illustrator:
Jack Merryweather
Publication:
1960 by Beckley-Cardy
Series:
Cowboy Sam
Pages:
48
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Return to the ranch for a lighthearted, confidence-building early reader in Cowboy Sam and Big Bill. First published in the mid-20th century, this charming story follows Big Bill—the ranch cook who can make only one recipe, but makes it very, very well. When the cowboys gently encourage him to try something new, Big Bill embarks on a humorous culinary adventure that leads all the way to a cooking contest at the county fair. With simple vocabulary and playful storytelling, this book has long helped young readers grow in skill while enjoying a wholesome, good-natured tale.
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Cowboy Sam and Big Bill 
Reprinted in 2026 by Plumfield Press
Reprint edited by Sara Masarik
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This Plumfield Press edition reproduces the original text exactly as it first appeared and preserves the beloved illustrations by Jack Merryweather. The artwork has been thoughtfully refreshed with updated colors—more dynamic, warm, and inviting for today’s young readers—while remaining faithful to Merryweather’s original style. It is a careful restoration meant to honor the classic while making it accessible and appealing for modern families.
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